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Urban Design anD regional Planning, inner city revitalization anD conservation

The Park impacts socially and culturally all the gender groups, especially Divyangjan. Transferability
This park is based on an integrated holistic development theme / approach. Moreover,
the development of the park also was done focusing on eco-friendly, environmentally he park is devoted to Bharat Ratna Late. Shri Atal Bihari Vajapayee, ex. Prime Minister
sustainable and energy efficient practices. The random pre planted big trees (five in number) Tof India. The mission is dedicated for all Divyangjan with a vision of their happiness
were relocated with 100 % survival in the execution of development and construction work. and well-being. Focus was on integrated holistic health development and to make the park
completely barrier free, wheel chair friendly, braille enabled along with sensory park, aroma
Sustainability park, open gym, basic amenities, fountains, light and sound system, braille engraved railings,
Financial Sustainability: Park is constructed through funding under the SIPDA scheme tactile path way etc. The cultural and historical values of city Ujjain is also incorporated
(Scheme for Implementation of Persons with Disabilities Act) of Government of India and and brought Ujjain on the map having the World’s largest facilitated Divyang Park. Similar
Ujjain Development Authority’s dovetailing fund. approaches can also be taken up by other cities as well in order to create a friendly and
equitable environment for the disabled.
Social Sustainability: The Park impacts socially and culturally all gender groups, especially
Divyangjan. The park has also spread a general public awareness to respect disabled and Lesson learned
senior citizens. Institutions and NGOs were sensitized about the world of Divyangjan and he project has been a lifetime learning for every stakeholder involved in it. The initial
elders that visited the park. Tstages were crucial and full of tussle. The aim was to achieve development that should
Environment Sustainability: By adopting the renewable sources, pollution free techniques be eco – friendly and environmentally safe, which can sustain the existing vegetation and
of construction, efficient use of water by drip irrigation and sprinkler system for nourishment old plants. The development created tangible space for human and nature and not a single
of plants and trees, installing energy efficient L.E.D (Light Emitting Diode) and solar lights in tree has been cut and the planning was done accordingly. A milestone has been achieved
the park environmental sustainability could be achieved. Solid waste, which is collected in in bringing together all the users under one umbrella.
the form of plant leaves and garbage was also converted into manure using compost pit.
Ujjain Development Authority
Institutional Sustainability: Ujjain Development Authority emerged as a role model
in present scenario in the decision making process. It also effectively assigned and Ujjain Development Authority is a top ranking Construction and Development Agency of
carried out the project with the help of stakeholders such as Ministry of Social Justice Madhya Pradesh, which came into existence in 1977 as a successor to the erstwhile Town
and Empowerment, Govt of India under the SIPDA, NGO’s- Aarushi Sanstha Bhopal & Improvement Trust, to work towards the housing solutions of the city. It is an autonomous
body entrusted with the role of a catalyst for growth and development of Ujjain and is capable
Sneh Sanstha Nagda (who work for the disabled), horticulturist, landscapers, herbal and to manage its activities with its own resources.
medicinal plant experts, braille experts, local artist etc.
Besides normal housing projects, UDA has diversified its activities to planning, designing,
construction and development of almost all types of urban development projects (planned
and executed projects for the development of health, education, sports and environment).

School children taken to Divyang Park

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